👉 Leprosy, also known as leprosy, is a disease that affects the nervous system and causes paralysis or loss of sensation in one or both limbs. It is caused by the bacterium Mycobacterium leprae, which can spread through contact with infected skin or mucous membranes, including the skin around the mouth, nose, eyes, throat, and anus. Leprosy is a lifelong condition that affects millions of people worldwide, primarily in countries where it is endemic
